Blackstar Beam Solo Advanced Headphone Amp

Ultimate Silent Practice for Guitar, Bass & Acoustic with App Control

Welcome to the new era of silent practice. The Blackstar Beam Solo Advanced Headphone Amp is the revolutionary, pocket-sized studio that allows you to dial in world-class tones for guitar, bass, and acoustic instruments without ever disturbing the peace. Forget bulky amps and complicated setups—the Beam Solo delivers the sound and feel of a mic’d amp in a professional studio, straight into your headphones, making it the perfect tool for musicians at every level.

At Town Center Music, we understand that quality tone shouldn't be sacrificed for portability. The Blackstar Beam Solo solves this problem using cutting-edge proprietary technology, ensuring your silent practice sessions are inspiring, immersive, and productive. Whether you’re on the road, in a dorm room, or simply practicing late at night, the Beam Solo headphone amp is your ticket to world-class sound, powered entirely by your smartphone.

Studio-Quality Tone Anywhere: Ampton & CabRig Technology

What sets the Blackstar Beam Solo apart is the integration of two proprietary Blackstar technologies: Ampton and CabRig. These features are the secret behind the unit's studio-grade sound and authentic feel, making the Beam Solo far superior to standard headphone amps.

• Ampton Software Amps: Designed in Northampton, Ampton fuses decades of valve and digital expertise. Unlike simple digital models, Ampton recreates the meticulous behavior of rare reference valve amps—from the cathode follower to the preamp DC offsets. This detailed analysis delivers unmatched authenticity, providing the musicality and interaction of a real amplifier moving air right in front of you.
• CabRig IR Simulation: CabRig is Blackstar’s immersive, next-generation cabinet and mic simulator. Utilizing Impulse Response (IR) technology, it provides realistic cabinet, microphone, and room simulations, ensuring that the tone you hear in your headphones is the ultimate, expertly-mic’d studio sound.

The Power of the BEAM App & 50+ Effects

The true command center of the Blackstar Beam Solo is the free BEAM app, compatible with both iOS and Android. This app control allows you to deep-dive into a universe of tone with fingertip precision. Once connected, you unlock an extensive digital rig:

• Access over 50 world-class amps, cabinets, and pedals, giving you the flexibility to play any genre, from pristine acoustic modeling to searing high-gain metal.
• Utilize the built-in pro-level tone tools including a high-precision tuner, metronome, and comprehensive patch saving/sharing.
• Effortlessly manage your entire signal chain, adjusting pedal order, amp parameters, and CabRig settings with a simple, intuitive interface. The deep customization available ensures you can achieve your perfect, signature sound, whether you play guitar, bass, or another instrument.

Patented ISF Control and the ‘In The Room’ Experience

Blackstar’s patented Infinite Shape Feature (ISF) control is a cornerstone of the company’s amplifier design, and it’s right here in the Beam Solo. This single knob moves you seamlessly between the classic sonic characteristics of American-style amps (tight bottom end, aggressive mids) and the renowned tone of British-style amps (woodier, more bell-like response). This flexibility is vital for guitarists seeking a broad tonal palette.

Furthermore, the Blackstar Beam Solo features the unique 'In The Room' technology. This innovation recreates the immersive sound and physical feel of being stood next to a real amplifier. It’s an auditory and tactile experience that transforms silent practice from a clinical exercise into an inspiring performance, ensuring you never lose the visceral connection to your instrument.

Lightning-Fast Control with SpeedDial and XpressFX

While the app offers maximum depth, the Beam Solo is designed for instant playability. The on-unit SpeedDial and responsive light BEAM display allow for quick, non-app tone refinement. This is crucial for when inspiration strikes and you need immediate access to your sounds. The XpressFX feature instantly adjusts the intensity of all your effects using the SpeedDial, providing intuitive, fast sound shaping without needing to open your phone.

The Blackstar Beam Solo also supports headset microphones, allowing musicians to practice their guitar and vocals simultaneously through their headphones, achieving a perfectly balanced, immersive mix. With nine hours of continuous operation on a single USB-C charge, this advanced headphone amp is ready for any long session, anywhere in the world.

Town Center Music is proud to offer the Blackstar Beam Solo. It is the definitive solution for high-quality, ultra-portable, app-controlled silent practice. Upgrade your practice routine today and discover a universe of sound right in your headphones.